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Smithfield Couple Celebrates 70th Wedding Anniversary
Some readers have heard of albums going platinum. Back in the days of vinyl records, selling over a million copies of a song or LP was the highest achievement a recording artist could attain. Likewise, when a marriage reaches the milestone of 70 years, platinum is the traditional anniversary gift.
October 1, 2024
Greenville Baptist Church Thrift Shop Now Accepting Donations
Greenville Baptist Church does a lot of charitable work, from their clothing drives, home repairs, food pantry, aid for the homeless, veterans ministries, and mission trips around the country and overseas. Jan Thomas— a church member and volunteer—wanted to remind the community that their Thrift Shop is now open for
October 1, 2024
Chair Yoga—a Form of Yoga for Every Body
Founded in 1982 by Lakshmi Voelker, Chair Yoga is a more accessible practice, where students of all abilities can experience the benefits of yoga, without worrying about extra stress on joints, balancing, or supporting body weight. I was able to chat with Sarah Stevenson, a chair yoga teacher at Providence
October 1, 2024
Bryant Football Begins Preparation for the 2024 Season
Employees of The Smithfield Times recently attended a golf tournament to benefit the Bryant University football team, which is celebrating the 25th anniversary of the sport at the school. It was the first ever golf tournament for the team, and organizers are hoping to make it an annual event. The
September 1, 2024
Rainbow Bridge at Smithfield Dog Park
A memorial bridge for dogs that have passed on to the afterlife will be opening at the Smithfield Dog Park on Saturday, September 14 at 10 am. Beth Cerroni, the President of the Dog Park Committee, acknowledged the heartache which ensues following the loss of a beloved pet. “They changed
September 1, 2024
Sandcastle Competition
The Smithfield Recreation Department held the first annual sandcastle building competition at Slack’s Pond on August 7 and it was a hit! The event was held rain or shine and was assisted by beach staff. Congratulations to Olivia Tucker for winning the competition! A special thank you to the Cat
September 1, 2024
Jaswell’s Farm Opens for a New Season and Celebrates 125 Years
Jaswell’s Farm is renowned for being the oldest operating apple orchard in Smithfield, and located appropriately enough in Apple Valley, which this area of town was dubbed after several orchards, began to thrive beginning in the early twentieth century. Jaswell’s Farm first took root as a family business in 1899,
August 1, 2024
Chasing Ghosts
Local author and Smithfield Times contributor Thomas D’Agostino has written a new book about one of the bloodiest chapters in New England history. The title is Ghosts of King Philip’s War and is a chronicle of the conflict in 1675-1676 between the indigenous peoples of the Northern Woodlands and the
August 1, 2024
Smithfield’s Second Annual “Senior” Prom
There was a buzz in the air on June 20th at the Crystal Lake Golf Club in Pascoag, as people began to arrive at the “Grecian Gala” to enjoy an afternoon of music, dancing, and fun. This year marked the second annual “Senior” Prom, organized by the wonderful and hardworking
August 1, 2024
Celish Fish’s 4th of July Celebration
104-year-old Smithfield resident Celine Fish enjoyed her 4th of July on Slacks Pond in Greenville. She joyfully participated in the annual boat parade. We hope your holiday was as festive as Celine’s!
August 1, 2024
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